IIT Podcast with Somenath

IIT Podcast with Somenath

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  • Solving "Chocolate Problems" to cracking IITJEE, GeoPhysics to PM @ WALMART | Charu | Ep 09

    🎙️ From Small Town to IIT & Product Management – Meet Charu! 💼 🏀

    In this episode, I sit down with Charu, who grew up in a small GAIL township in UP and followed her brother’s footsteps to crack IIT JEE from Kota! 🚀
    📚 Chocolate Problems & Science Excellence: Charu shares how she went from an average student to excelling in Science, thanks to her father's unique "Chocolate Problems"! 🍫 She went on to study Geophysics at IIT and tells us about her two years of OP at her hall.
    🏀 Inter IIT Sports: Charu loved playing Inter IIT Basketball and Volleyball, and she reminisces about navigating the challenging placement season at IIT.
    🎓 Studying in Hawaii: After IIT, she pursued her studies at the University of Hawaii, where she gained new experiences and skills.
    💼 Pivoting to Product Management: Charu talks about how she transitioned to a successful career in Product Management, her life at Walmart, and the strong influence her brother had on her journey.
    👶 Parenting Tips: Now a new mother, Charu shares some valuable and practical parenting tips for balancing career and family life. 🍼
    This episode is filled with inspiration, life lessons, and insights into academic, career, and family balance!
    Charu's LinkedIn -   / charu-lata  
    👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share for more amazing stories like Charu’s! 🔔
    #iitjourney #productmanagement #interiit #universityofhawaii #walmart #parentingtips #inspiringstories #iitjee #geophysics #podcastlife #iitjeepreparation #iitjeemotivation
    Chapters:
    0:00 Teaser
    0:25 Introduction - Charu Lata
    1:25 Life Before IIT as a Student
    6:20 The Kota Life
    9:25 IIT Exam Day and Result Day Experiences
    12:54 Choosing the IIT and Department
    15:48 Life at IIT - First Day Struggles
    19:34 Cycling Culture
    20:21 Illu and Rangoli
    22:36 Orientation Programme
    23:48 Hall Day Culture
    26:24 How was GeoPhysics?
    29:20 Placement Season
    32:25 Life after IIT
    35:57 Pursuing Further Studies in US
    40:43 Pivoting to Product Management
    42:35 Role at Walmart
    43:37 Parenting Journey
    46:52 Rapid Fire
    50:04 Outro

    52 min
  • WHY a MATH Genius became a 5 POINTER at IIT (3 Idiots real-story) | Abhishek Bagathi | Ep 08

    🎙️ From Cricket & Maths to IIT, UPSC Prep, and Teaching Music – Meet Abhishek Bagathi! 🎵🏏

    In this episode, I sit down with Abhishek Bagathi, whose journey takes us from being a math genius and cricket lover to his days as a 5-pointer at IIT Kharagpur and beyond! 🏫
    📚 Strained Relationship to Loving Bond: Abhishek opens up about his evolving relationship with his father, moving from a strained connection during his IIT prep days to a deeply loving bond today. ❤️
    🎓 IIT Life – Less Study, More Play: He shares why he chose to study less and play more during his time at IIT, making up for the fun he missed while preparing for IITJEE. From sports to music, IIT gave him the space to explore new passions! 🎶
    🗞️ UPSC & Career at Lime.ai: After IIT, Abhishek spent two years preparing for the UPSC but eventually took up a role at Lime.ai, where he continues to grow.
    🎵 Teaching Music: Beyond his professional life, Abhishek discovered a passion for teaching music to kids, and he’s grateful for the opportunities IIT provided to explore this side of him. 🎸
    This episode is a mix of passion, growth, and balance between academics, career, and personal pursuits!
    Bagathi's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamgr007/
    👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share for more inspiring stories! 🔔
    #iitjee #5Pointer #3iditos #upscpreparation #mathgenius #cricketlover #musicteacher #lifeatiit #FatherSonBond #inspiringconversations #podcastlife
    Chapters:
    0:00 Teaser
    0:25 Introduction - Abhishek Bagathi
    1:25 Life Before IIT as a Student
    6:03 Interesting Childhood Story
    7:25 Wanting to go Far from Home
    13:32 Growing to Love Cricket
    15:23 IIT Exam Day Eve
    18:06 IIT Exam Day Experience
    24:20 IIT Result Day Experience
    31:42 Choosing the IIT and Department
    35:08 Life at IIT
    38:31 Finding Fun at IIT KGP
    46:59 IIT Food
    48:04 Taking up Music
    52:44 5 Point Someone - Being Treated Diffrently
    55:17 Decision to Drop Out of IIT
    58:46 Redemption Journey
    1:03:16 Placement Season
    1:06:35 Life after IIT
    1:10:43 What he Cherishes Most from IIT
    1:13:50 Rapid Fire
    1:15:42 Outro

    1 hr 17 min
  • 7 Pointer at IIT KGP to Working at INSTAGRAM (+working out with Aamir Khan) | Pranali Jalgam | Ep 07

    🎙️ From Confident Kid to Top Tech Jobs – Meet Pranali Jalgam! 🚀💼

    In this episode, I talk to Pranali Jalgam about her incredible journey from being a confident yet naughty kid commuting 3 hours daily to Prashanti classes in Hyderabad to making her mark in the tech world! 🌍
    🌳 IIT KGP Life: Pranali shares her love for the lush greenery at IIT Kharagpur, the challenges of dealing with food she didn’t enjoy, and how her HOD helped her convert to a Dual degree program. 🎓
    💻 Finding Her Passion: After initially getting a 7-pointer, she discovered her passion for Software Engineering and shares tales about the exhausting placement season at IIT.
    💼 Top Tech Interviews: Pranali reveals how she cleared interviews at top companies like Ola, LinkedIn, Grab, Disney+ Hotstar, Google, Instagram – with valuable tips for anyone aspiring to land their dream job! ✨
    Listen to Pranali's views on the Gender Imbalance at IIT and Tech and how she does her bit to correct it!
    Pranali's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pranali-jalgam-7b83743b/
    This episode is packed with inspiration, career tips, and insights into navigating life at IIT and in the tech world! 🚀
    👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share for more inspiring stories! 🔔
    #iitjee #softwareengineering #techinterviews #lifeinnewyork #inspiringstories #techcareer #podcastlife #iit
    Chapters:
    0:00 Teaser
    0:25 Introduction - Pranali Jalgam
    1:17 Life Before IIT as a Student
    3:08 Preparing for IIT JEE
    12:01 IIT Exam Day Experience
    14:15 IIT Result Day Experience
    16:13 Choosing the IIT and Department
    19:07 Life at IIT
    22:06 IIT Culture Shocks
    26:35 Ragging in Girls' Hostel
    27:56 Converting B.Tech. to Dual Degree
    30:54 Funny Lab Partner Stories
    33:03 Placement Season
    40:05 Life after IIT - Advice for IIT Aspirants
    43:11 Encounter with Aamir Khan
    45:29 Secret to Cracking Interviews in Big Tech
    49:25 Suggestions for IIT Aspirants
    53:39 Gender Ratio Imbalance at IIT and Tech
    57:15 Rapid Fire
    1:01:45 Outro

    1 hr 3 min
  • IIT, Self-study & Makrand Deshpande | Jayanta Kumar Mondal | Ep 06

    🎙️ Self-Studied to IIT & Thriving as a Data Scientist – Meet Jayanta! 🚴‍♂️💡

    In this episode, I chat with my cousin Jayanta, who took the road less traveled by self-studying his way to IIT and securing a spot in a top department! 📚
    🏫 Coping with IIT Culture: Jayanta opens up about adapting to the intense IIT culture and how he found balance by staying true to himself.
    🚴‍♂️ Cycling to Stay Fit: He shares his love for cycling, which helped him stay healthy and manage stress during his time at IIT.
    💻 Life as a Data Scientist: Today, Jayanta thrives as a Data Scientist, and we dive into how his IIT journey prepared him for this exciting and evolving career path. 🚀
    He also recounts a close encounter with the actor, Makrand Deshpande.
    This conversation is all about discipline, health, and navigating life at IIT and beyond!
    Jayanta's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayanta-kumar-mondal-53150385/
    👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share for more inspiring stories! 🔔
    #iitjourney #SelfStudySuccess #IITCulture #CyclingForFitness #datascientist #studentlife #engineeringsuccess #inspiringconversations #iitjee #podcastlife
    Chapters:
    0:00 Teaser
    0:17 Introduction - Jayanta Kumar Mondal
    1:55 Life Before IIT as a Student
    7:14 IIT Exam Day Experience
    8:12 IIT Result Day Experience
    10:25 Choosing the IIT and Department
    12:52 Life at IIT
    16:10 IIT KGP Culture - Illu & Rangoli
    17:38 Cycling Stories
    19:06 NSS
    21:14 Spring Fest Stories
    21:50 Encounter with Makrand Deshpande
    23:43 5-year transition at IIT
    27:48 Placement Season
    30:45 Life after IIT - Advice for IIT Aspirants
    34:56 Rapid Fire
    36:54 Outro

    38 min
  • IIT, IIM & Working at EY - From Failing 5th Grade to Mastering Success | Ankur Singh | Ep 05

    🎙️ From Failing 5th Grade to Cracking IIT & IIM – The Power of Friendship and Resilience 💥👊

    In this episode, I sit down with Ankur, who defied the odds to crack both IIT and IIM despite failing in 5th standard. His inspiring journey is filled with twists, turns, and the unwavering support of friends at key inflection points in his life. 🙌
    🏫 Life Before IIT: Coming from a humble tier-3 city and later growing up in Lucknow, Ankur studied at CMS. He shares how his father’s profession and his uncle’s advice led him to pursue Civil Engineering, even though it wasn’t his passion.
    🎓 IIT Days: We talk about how much he loved his time at IIT, exploring new hobbies and making memories with Illu and Rangoli traditions, despite missing the chance to go home. 🌟
    🎓 IIM & Beyond: After realizing Civil Engineering wasn’t his calling, Ankur pursued an MBA from IIM Lucknow and later worked at EY, where he applied the skills he gained through his academic journey.
    This conversation is about resilience, friendship, and finding your path even when the odds are against you. 💪
    👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share to get more inspiring stories like Ankur’s! 🔔
    #iitjourney #iimlucknow #academicsuccess #friendshipgoals #resilience #IlluAndRangoli #mbajourney #EYwork #successstory #inspiringconversations #engineeringlife #podcastlife
    Chapters:
    0:00 Teaser
    0:21 Introduction - Ankur Singh
    2:06 Working at EY
    4: 30 Life Before IIT as a Student
    18:15 Studying in CMS
    23:12 IIT Exam Day Experience
    28:27 IIT Result Day Experience
    32:22 Choosing the IIT and Department
    35:25 Life at IIT
    35:40 IIT Food
    36:12 IIT KGP Culture - Illu & Rangoli
    38:38 4-year transition at IIT
    43:19 Life after IIT - Advice for IIT Aspirants
    50:08 Rapid Fire
    51:21 Outro

    52 min
  • From being an UNDERCONFIDENT kid at IIT to embracing his CREATIVE side | Ch Krishna Vamsi | Ep 04

    🎙️ From Underconfidence to Embracing Creativity – A Journey of Growth 🌱✨

    In this episode, I chat with Vh Krishna Vamsi about his inspiring journey from being the youngest, most underconfident kid in his class to cracking IIT through sheer dedication. 📚
    🔍 Life Before IIT: Vamsi shares how being the youngest and underconfident pushed him to study rigorously to keep up with his classmates – and how he finally achieved the dream of cracking IIT!
    🍽️ Life at IIT: From trying new foods to making lasting friendships, we talk about how IIT helped him gain confidence and navigate the harrowing placement season.
    💥 Life After IIT: Vamsi opens up about working in two failed startups, taking a career break, and finally embracing his creative side. His story is one of resilience, reinvention, and self-discovery! 🚀
    This conversation is full of honesty, inspiration, and a deep dive into the ups and downs of life at IIT and beyond.
    👉 Make sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share for more amazing stories like this! 🔔
    #iitjourney #confidencebuilding #FailedStartups #creativecareer #lifeatiit #careerbreak #resilience #personalgrowth #inspiringstories #podcastconversations #engineeringlife
    Chapters:
    0:00 Teaser
    0:22 Introduction - Ch Krishna Vamsi
    1:26 Life Before IIT
    7:58 IIT Exam Day Experience
    10:31 Staying Away From Family
    11:54 IIT Result Day
    12:41 Choosing the IIT and Department
    16:01 Life at IIT
    17:57 Dealing with 2-year Age Gap to Peers
    19:29 IIT KGP Culture
    20:56 4-year transition at IIT
    25:44 Funny IIT Story
    26:47 Placement Season
    32:50 Life after IIT
    33:59 Career Break
    37:40 Most Cherished Memories at IIT
    39:55 Suggestions for IIT Aspirants
    43:36 Rapid Fire
    46:08 Outro

    48 min
  • Learn how he went from having SLEEPLESS NIGHTS before IIT to getting pampered at Google | Ep 03

    🎙️ From Sleepless Nights to IIT Delhi Success! 💡

    In this podcast, I sit down with my friend, Nikhil Verma from IIT Delhi to chat about his rollercoaster journey of exams, stress, and eventual success! 🌟

    😬 Worrying About Exams: Hear how Nikhil used to have sleepless nights, taking himself way too seriously, and even rejecting the Kota factory approach.

    🎉 Celebrating Success: We talk about how he finally learned to relax, enjoy the process, and celebrate his achievements.

    🏫 Life at IIT Delhi: From the vibrant Delhi culture to the intense placement season, Nikhil shares some memorable stories from his time at IIT. 🏙️

    💼 After IIT: We also dive into his career path, and how the ethics he learned at IIT continue to shape his professional life today.

    We also discuss the role of AI in education and its future.

    Join us for a laid-back, insightful chat full of relatable moments, life lessons, and a dash of humor! 😄

    👉 Make sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share for more inspiring and fun conversations! 🔔

    Nikhil's LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhil-verma-49176a69/

    #iitdelhi  #examstress  #overcomingchallenges  #delhilife  #studentlife  #placementstories #KotaFactory #careergrowth  #podcasttalks  #successjourney  #motivation  #inspiration #iitjee #iitjeepreparation #iitjeemotivation  #ai #aieducation 

    Chapters:

    0:00 Teaser

    0:21 Introduction - Nikhil Verma

    1:37 Life Before IIT

    3:01 When he learnt about IIT

    4:23 Why he chose against going to Kota

    9:18 IIT Exam Day Experience

    15:03 Day he Cracked IIT

    20:05 Realized his Potential

    23:21 Student Stories

    27:08 Life at IIT

    29:46 IIT Delhi Culture

    39:40 5-year transition at IIT

    44:48 Placement Season

    50:26 Life after IIT

    58:31 Skills picked up at IIT

    1:02:09 Suggestions for IIT aspirants

    1:07:49 Is AI the future of Education

    1:11:28 Rapid Fire

    1:14:23 Outro

    1 hr 13 min
  • Learn how A Studious BOY lost his way in IIT and then found his journey of REDEMPTION | Ep 02

    🎙️ Breakdowns, Tough Decisions, and Taking Responsibility 💥

    In this episode, I catch up with my friend Dheeraj to explore his intense journey through the rigorous IIT prep in Andhra Pradesh that pushed him to his limits – even leading to breakdowns despite being one of the brightest students. 📚😓
    💡 Life at IIT: We dive into how Dheeraj started strong at IIT but made a terrible decision that cost him six months. Despite the setback, his resilience is inspiring.
    😂 Fun Stories Along the Way: Don’t worry, we keep it light with some fun and crazy stories from our time together at IIT!
    💼 Life After IIT: We chat about Dheeraj’s career path and how the challenges at IIT taught him a valuable life lesson – learning to take responsibility for his actions and decisions. 🚀
    This episode is a mix of honesty, struggle, laughter, and growth. Tune in for an unfiltered conversation about life’s ups and downs!
    👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share for more real and inspiring stories! 🔔
    #iitjourney #lifelessons #iitpreparation #andhrapradesh #takingresponsibility #lifeatiit #careergrowth #successjourney #podcaststories #engineeringlife #funconversations #iit #iitjee
    Chapters:
    0:00 Teaser
    0:23 Introduction - Dheeraj Chakravarthy
    1:19 Life Before IIT
    4:59 IIT Coaching in Andhra/Telengana
    23:33 How he handles staying away from Home
    27:12 IIT Exam Day Experience
    32:09 Day he Cracked IIT
    35:40 Choosing the IIT and Department
    39:45 Life at IIT
    42:26 IIT KGP Culture
    48:42 NSS
    53:26 Cycling Stories
    56:26 4-year transition at IIT
    1:06:44 Decision to Drop Out
    1:15:49 Placement Season
    1:18:13 Fresher Interview Tips
    1:19:51 Dealing with Revoked Job Offer
    1:22:56 Life after IIT
    1:29:29 Skills picked up at IIT
    1:32:02 Suggestions for IIT aspirants
    1:35:58 Rapid Fire
    1:44:31 Outro

    1 hr 45 min
  • Intro - IIT Podcast: Real Lives, Real Stories

    "Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to be an IITian? 🤔

    What are the real ingredients behind their success? 🌟 Is it just endless study hours, marathon coding sessions, and piles of books? 📚💻 Or is there more—a journey packed with struggles, surprises, friendships, and life lessons that stretch far beyond the classroom? 🎓

    Welcome to IIT Podcast: Real Lives, Real Stories 🎙️—where we dive deep into the unique journeys of IITians. Each episode, we sit down with brilliant minds 🧠 from across the IITs to uncover the stories behind their success, the untold struggles, and the pivotal moments that shaped them. 💡

    1 min
  • Learn how this SMALL TOWN BOY overcame his FEAR OF EXAMS to CRACK IITJEE (from Kota) | Ep 01

    🎙️ From Small Town Dreams to Cracking India's Toughest Exam! 💪

    In this 68-minute podcast, we dive deep into the incredible journey of a small-town boy who beat the odds to crack IITJEE – the toughest exam in India! 🇮🇳
    🎒 Life Before IIT: From his early days as a student to discovering the world of IIT, we explore his struggles with personal, mental, and financial challenges.
    📚 Conquering the Exam: Learn how he prepared, fought his fear of failure, and had the courage to repeat a year, ultimately securing an All India Rank of 649 in 2011!
    🏫 Life at IIT: Get a peek into the exciting IIT culture, crazy stories, lifelong friendships, and unforgettable memories. 💥
    💼 After IIT: We wrap it up by chatting about his current job and how his IIT skills shaped his career! 🚀
    This podcast is full of inspiration, motivation, and a sprinkle of humor 😄. Tune in to hear his remarkable story!
    👉 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share for more inspiring stories! 🔔
    Arpit's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/arpit-singhal-78439757/
    #iit #iitkharagpur #iitjee #iitjeepreparation #inspiringstories #iitlife #motivation #motivationalvideo #successjourney #studentlife #overcomingchallenges #crackingiit #educationjourney #podcastlife #engineeringsuccess #iitmotivation #podcast #podcasts
    0:00 - Teaser
    0:20 - Introduction - Arpit Singhal
    1:46 - Life Before IIT
    5:07 - How he prepared for IIT
    10:01 - Truth about Kota Factory
    15:33 - Challenges of Repeat Year
    27:06 - Day he finally Cracked IIT!
    34:20 - Life at IIT
    42:48 - NSS - First Social Impact
    47:48 - 4-year Transform at IIT
    51:27 - Placement Season
    56:26 - Life after IIT
    1:04:20 - Rapid Fire

    1 hr 9 min

About IIT Podcast with Somenath

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🌟 Welcome to IIT Podcast: Real Lives, Real Stories! 🌟